Taxi Driver Jobs in Newark, NJ

A Taxi Driver plays a crucial role in the transportation industry by providing convenient, safe, and efficient transport services to passengers. Their responsibilities include picking up and delivering customers to their desired destinations, helping passengers load and unload their luggage, maintaining the vehicle clean and in good working condition, and adhering to traffic rules and regulations. They often serve as the first point of contact for tourists and visitors, providing critical information about the city, its landmarks, and directions.

Essential skills for a Taxi Driver include good driving skills, customer service skills, knowledge of local geography, and the ability to work long hours. They should have a valid driver's license, pass a background check, and often, taxi drivers need to obtain a special taxi or chauffeur's license to operate. Before becoming a Taxi Driver, a person might have roles such as a delivery driver, school bus driver, or courier, which can provide them with valuable experience in navigation, time management, and customer service.

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Driver NEEDED

  • Teaneck, NJ (13 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Teaneck, NJ (13 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 1 hour ago

Does NOT require CDL Driver w/ Passenger Endorsement Driver will be driving vans. It is Monday - Friday 8am - 10am / 2pm - 4pm $25 an hour $100 total per day.

Driver Helper

  • Elizabeth, NJ (4 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Elizabeth, NJ (4 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 11 hours ago

Job Description We Deliver the Goods: Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching, Education Assistance, Paid...

Construction Warehouse Worker/ Driver

  • Yonkers, NY (21 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Yonkers, NY (21 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 22 hours ago

Seeking an organized Construction Warehouse Worker/ Driver that enjoys visiting construction job sites. Nations Roof is one of the largest and fastest growing commercial roofing contractors. As a...

Looking For Experienced Driver/Foreman-No Helpers

  • Garfield, NJ (10 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Garfield, NJ (10 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

We are looking for experienced movers (Driver/Foreman ONLY) with the following prerequisites... -MUST have clean driving record -MUST have a valid drivers license -MUST have valid DOT card...

Driver pay $15/hr

  • New York, NY (9 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (9 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Driver pay $15/hr Leesel Transportation Corp. Today Are you looking for the perfect combination of Pay, Benefits, and Flexibility? Look no further! Join Leesel Transportation as a School Bus...

Local Driver Class B

  • Middlesex, NJ (20 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Middlesex, NJ (20 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Local Driver Class B Middlesex, NJ 08846, USA Posted 1 day ago Company Description A subsidiary of Veolia group, Veolia North America (VNA) is the top-ranked environmental company in the United...

Driver

  • New York, NY (9 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (9 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Our Class B Truck Driver will be responsible for providing exceptional service to our clients by partnering with a successful team of innovative and value driven employees to deliver and pick up...

Driver /Warehouse Associate

  • New York, NY (9 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (9 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Driver /Warehouse Associate Job Employer Name:SpiderID: 13850884 Location: New York, New YorkDate Posted: 9/30/2024 Wage: NegotiableCategory: Transportation/Air, Sea & Land Job Code: R0047528 Job...

Hub Driver (Class A)

  • South Plainfield, NJ (16 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • South Plainfield, NJ (16 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Job Summary: Will be required to operate all types of equipment to perform all safety functions, including, but not limited to, operating manual transmission, chaining tires, etc. and must be...

Traveling Biomedical Equipment Specialist / Driver- Part-Time

  • New York, NY (9 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (9 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Pay Details: The pay rate for this part time position is $32 /hour. Hourly wage is based on experience and geographical location. Flexible work schedule Reimbursable travel time and mileage RTI...

Mover / Driver

  • Brooklyn, NY (9 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (9 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Mover / Driver Department: Trucking Employment Type: Full Time Location: New York Compensation: $20.00 - $25.00 / hour Description Cadogan Tate New York Limited has an exciting position available...

Ambulette Driver

  • Kew Gardens, NY (18 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Kew Gardens, NY (18 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

We are currently looking for drivers with CDL with Passenger endorsement and who must be able to do two men assist trips with a possibility to earn up to $500 per week an extra. All openings are...

START MUST HAVE EXPERIENCE Lowboy driver asphalt paving CDL Low Boy

  • Saddle Brook, NJ (12 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Saddle Brook, NJ (12 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

START ASAP MUST HAVE EXPERIENCE Now Hiring Lowboy drivers for an asphalt and concrete company. in our fleet Cat rollers pavers excavator John Deere excavator back hoes Weiler Lee Boy 1000 8500...

Driver wanted part time

  • Brooklyn, NY (9 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (9 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Driver wanted part time 2 days per week for Cabinet shop. Must have a clean drivers license and pleasant personality. Will pay well for right candidate. 16 ft Box truck CDL not necessary.

Port Driver Needed - Class A

  • Elizabethport, NJ (5 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Elizabethport, NJ (5 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

Class A Port Driver Needed Local deliveries (NJ, PA) Daycab Work from Monday thru Friday (saturdays optional) Must Have: - 2 years experience - Twic - Sealink - Must Pass Drug Test - Medical Card...

Demographic Data for Newark, NJ

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Salary for Taxi Driver Jobs in Newark, NJ

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireTransportation research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Taxi Driver positions.



Highest Education Level

Taxi Drivers in Newark, NJ offer the following education background
High School or GED
38.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
19.7%
Bachelor's Degree
18.7%
Associate's Degree
12.9%
Master's Degree
4.9%
Some College
3.1%
Some High School
1.2%
Doctorate Degree
0.5%



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